DA Watch
Comprehensive directory of District Attorneys across the US
DA Watch Overview
DA Watch is a valuable resource that provides detailed information about District Attorneys (DAs) and prosecuting attorneys across the United States. The platform serves as a centralized directory, offering contact details, party affiliations, office locations, and official websites for legal professionals in this field. This tool is particularly useful for journalists, legal researchers, activists, and citizens who need to contact or learn about their local district attorneys. By compiling this information in one searchable location, DA Watch eliminates the need to scour multiple government websites, making it easier to access important civic information.
DA Watch Screenshot
DA Watch Official screenshot of the tool interface
DA Watch Core Features
Comprehensive DA Database
DA Watch maintains an extensive database of over 140 District Attorneys and prosecuting attorneys across the United States, with detailed profiles for each official.
Search and Filter Functionality
Users can easily sort and filter DA information by location, party affiliation, or other criteria to quickly find the relevant legal officials they need.
Up-to-date Contact Information
The platform provides current phone numbers, official websites, and office locations for each District Attorney, ensuring users have reliable contact channels.
Political Affiliation Data
DA Watch includes party affiliation information for each official, helping users understand the political context of their local legal system.
Assumed Office Dates
For many entries, the service provides the date when each official assumed office, offering valuable historical context about their tenure.
DA Watch Use Cases
Journalistic Research
Reporters investigating local legal matters can quickly find and contact the relevant District Attorney's office for official statements or information.
Community Advocacy
Activists and community organizers can use the directory to identify and reach out to prosecuting attorneys about local justice reform initiatives.
Legal Reference
Law students and legal professionals can use the platform as a reference tool to learn about prosecuting attorneys in different jurisdictions.
How to Use DA Watch
Visit the DA Watch website at https://dawatch.org to access the directory.
Browse through the list of District Attorneys or use the sort function to organize by name, location, or party affiliation.
Click on any entry to view more detailed information about a specific District Attorney.
Use the provided contact information (phone numbers or official websites) to reach out to the DA's office as needed.